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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................... 3

INSTALLATION ......................................................................10

Parts ......................................................................................................... 10

Specifications ........................................................................................... 10

Accessories (On Some Models) ............................................................... 11

Preparing Cabinet Opening ...................................................................... 11

Installing Moisture Barrier Tape (On Some Models) ................................. 14

Levelling the Appliance ............................................................................. 14

Installing the Drain Hose .......................................................................... 15

Connecting the Water Supply Hose.......................................................... 16

Preparing Electrical Wiring ....................................................................... 17

Final Check ............................................................................................... 17

OPERATION ...........................................................................18

Before Using the Appliance ...................................................................... 18

Using the Appliance .................................................................................. 22

Control Panel ............................................................................................ 23

Cycles ....................................................................................................... 25

Cycle Options ........................................................................................... 26

Auto Open Dry (AOD) (On Some Models) ............................................... 27

SignaLight™ (On Some Models) .............................................................. 27

Programme Guide (model dependent) ..................................................... 28

Available Options ...................................................................................... 28

Information for Energy Test (AS/NZS 2007) ............................................. 29

Loading the Dishwasher ........................................................................... 31

Adding Cleaning Agents ........................................................................... 37

Refilling ..................................................................................................... 39

Drying ....................................................................................................... 39

SMART FUNCTIONS .............................................................40

Using LG SmartThinQ Application ............................................................ 40

Using Smart Diagnosis™ ......................................................................... 42

MAINTENANCE ......................................................................44

Cleaning the Exterior ................................................................................ 44

Cleaning the Interior ................................................................................. 44

Cleaning the Filters ................................................................................... 45

Cleaning the Spray Arms .......................................................................... 46

Cleaning the Water Supply Hose Filter..................................................... 48

TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................49

Diagnosing Problems ............................................................................... 49

Error Codes .............................................................................................. 54

Summary of Contents for XD3 15 Series

Page 1: ...ORDING TO THE LAWS AND COMPANY RULES PDF ILLUSTRATOR 148 148 210 MANUAL OWNER S XD Global 1 1 MFL70282401 WORK BRAND LG EAP MODEL MFL70282401 MATERIALANDPRINTINGDESCRIPTION PRINTING DEGREE EXTERIER INTERIER LANGUAGE 56 PAGE REMARK SEC 5 6 01 70282401 XD3 15 XD4 14 DFB31 DFB41 S J Yun 17 11 08 17 11 08 EJKHB00062 17 11 15 EJKHB00070 17 11 15 EJKHB00109 17 11 23 EJKHC00017 17 12 06 EJKHC00035 17 12 ...

Page 2: ...y This will simplify installation and ensure that the product is installed correctly and safely Leave these instructions near the product after installation for future reference EN ENGLISH XD3 25 XD4 24 XD3 15 XD4 14 MFL70282401 Rev 09_122018 Copyright 2017 2018 LG Electronics Inc All Rights Reserved ...

Page 3: ...ical Wiring 17 Final Check 17 OPERATION 18 Before Using the Appliance 18 Using the Appliance 22 Control Panel 23 Cycles 25 Cycle Options 26 Auto Open Dry AOD On Some Models 27 SignaLight On Some Models 27 Programme Guide model dependent 28 Available Options 28 Information for Energy Test AS NZS 2007 29 Loading the Dishwasher 31 Adding Cleaning Agents 37 Refilling 39 Drying 39 SMART FUNCTIONS 40 Us...

Page 4: ...AUTION This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause the minor injury or damage to the product IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of explosion fire death electric shock injury or scalding to persons when using this product follow basic precautions including the following Children in the Household This appliance is not intended for use by persons includi...

Page 5: ...re people holding the appliance securely Do not install the appliance in a damp and dusty place Do not install or store the appliance in any outdoor area or any area that is subject to weathering conditions such as direct sunlight wind or rain or temperatures below freezing Do not plug multiple socket outlets an extension power cable or adapter with this appliance Disconnect the power cord house f...

Page 6: ... and a grounding power plug The power plug must be plugged into an appropriate socket outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances After installing check the hose connection for leaks before moving the appliance into the cabinet opening Do not damage or place heavy items on the power cord of the appliance This appliance is intended to be used in household...

Page 7: ...objects to the control panel in order to operate the appliance Do not bend the power cable excessively or place a heavy object on it Do not put animals such as pets into the appliance Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet hands If there is a gas leakage isobutane propane natural gas etc do not touch the appliance or power plug and ventilate the area immediately In case of ...

Page 8: ...ding items to be washed Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recommendations Do not touch any heating element where it is exposed during or immediat...

Page 9: ...t out from the socket outlet Securely plug the power plug in the socket outlet after completely removing any moisture and dust Do not spray water inside or outside the appliance to clean it Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning the appliance Setting the controls to the OFF or stand by position does not disconnect this appliance from the power supply Disposal Before discard...

Page 10: ...chlorine bleach oxygen bleach etc Failure to follow these instructions may result in corrosion or discoloration of the coating Do not touch water draining from the machine as it may be hot If the drain hose and the water supply hose are frozen in winter defrost before using Do not put hands feet or metal objects below or behind the appliance Do not wash dishes stained with chemical products such a...

Page 11: ...Detergent and Rinse Aid Dispenser Cutlery Rack On Some Models Upper Rack Lower Rack Steam Nozzle Steam Models 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Specifications Model XD3 25 XD3 15 XD4 24 XD4 14 Power Supply 220 240 V 50 Hz Size 600 mm W X 600 mm D X 850 mm H Product Weight 52 kg 50 kg 48 kg 47 kg Max Capacity 15 Place Settings 14 Place Settings Water Feed Pressure 0 05 0 6 MPa Power Consumption 1600 1800 W A...

Page 12: ...pliance into the installation opening all necessary height adjustments should be made using a spanner CAUTION Any bare wood surrounding the appliance should be sealed with a waterproof paint or sealant to prevent it from swelling Slide the dishwasher into the cabinet opening carefully Make sure that the drain hose behind the machine and inside the cabinet is not kinked or stretched Install the app...

Page 13: ...h it to the front side of the appliance s bottom 4 Remove the double sided tape from the lower and front strips 5 Attach the black coloured lower strip to the bottom of the lower cover Black lower strip 6 Attach the white coloured front strip to the top of the lower cover The length of the front strip is longer than the lower cover Attach the front strip so that the overhang is equal on both sides...

Page 14: ...s well to the cabinet 3 Repeat the above steps for attaching the opposite side strip to the opposite side cabinet Removing the Top Cover If the height of the opening is below 850 mm follow these instructions 1 Remove the 2 screws on the back 2 Pull the top cover backwards after removing the two screws and then lift it up to remove it 3 Remove the locating pins on the top by using a Phillips screw ...

Page 15: ...bly bag If the counter top is made of grinite or waterproof materials the moisture barrier tape is not required Condensation may occur on the underside or along the front edge of the counter top when the room temperature is low Levelling the Appliance Levelling the appliance prevents unnecessary leakage and poor washing Place the appliance on a solid level floor Do not install the appliance on an ...

Page 16: ...onnection to the Waste Spigot Check the waste spigot when initially installing An OE error can occur when the waste spigot below the sink is not drilled out properly To connect the drain hose drill out at least a 15 mm diameter hole in the waste spigot before connecting and securing Waste spigot CAUTION Make sure that plastic debris is not remaining inside of spigot after it has been drilled out D...

Page 17: ...ametre Min Connecting the Water Supply Hose Connect the water supply hose to the water tap WARNING Do not shorten or damage the water supply hose as it contains electrical wires and components It can not be detached or removed from the appliance for installation purposes It is important that the water supply hose not be tampered with cut disassembled pulled or kinked It contains electrical wiring ...

Page 18: ...s and ordinances Repairs to the appliance must only be carried out by qualified service personnel Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning Contact our local service centre Connect to a properly rated protected and sized power circuit to avoid electrical overload Final Check 1 Turn on electrical power 2 Turn on house water supply 3 The door should open...

Page 19: ...ness it must be softened i e decalcified This is achieved by adding dishwasher salt to the water softener inside the appliance The required amount of the salt is set up according to how hard tap water is Checking Water Hardness Level 1 Check the water hardness in your area The water utility company can help you with this 2 Set the softening system level of the appliance according to the water hard...

Page 20: ...f the hardness setting is set to H0 no icon indicates in spite of no salt Filling with Dishwasher Salt The Dishwasher Salt tank must be filled before starting the washing programme In case of insufficient salt the Salt refill icon indicates on the display unless the hardness level has been set to H0 CAUTION Once you have filled with dishwasher salt you must run the Rinse cycle immediately to remov...

Page 21: ...ramme should be operated without dishes as any spilled salt inside the appliance may cause rust or damage to the appliance if the left unwashed NOTE The salt can be purchased from salt distributors Adding Rinse Aid The Rinse Aid indicator appears in the display when more rinse aid is needed The use of rinse aid is recommended to prevent water spots on dishes and to enhance drying performance 1 Ope...

Page 22: ...er setting Each press of the button changes the setting one step from L0 off to L4 4 Once the desired rinse aid dispenser setting is selected press Start to save The power turns off after saving CAUTION If the rinse aid lid is not closed properly a large amount of rinse aid will release into the tub and cause washability problems NOTE The Rinse aid refill icon will illuminate when more rinse aid i...

Page 23: ...s are in the path of the spray arms Do not place one dish on top of another 6 Add the proper amount of detergent powder to the dispenser If using Tablets they can simply be placed directly on the base of the tub or on the lower part of the inner door 15 25 7 Set and start the programme The programme will start automatically in 4 seconds after any setting is selected WARNING Do not load any items i...

Page 24: ...ol Panel Non Steam Models Models XD3 15 XD4 14 1 2 4 3 Steam Models Models XD3 25 XD4 24 1 2 4 3 EN Depending on the model the logo and may be located either on the front of the appliance or the top of the door ...

Page 25: ...n the rinse aid level is low The LED automatically shuts off when the rinse aid is refilled or the level is set to 0 1 2 Machine Clean Icon This icon flashes after every 30 cycles To activate or deactivate the icon press the Delicate button for 3 seconds Wi Fi When the appliance is connected to the internet through a home Wi Fi network this icon illuminates Salt refill Icon This icon flashes when ...

Page 26: ...ownloadable via Wi Fi or NFC depending on model NOTE Only the cycle code for the currently downloaded cycle appears on the appliance See the smartphone app for cycle codes names and more information about the available cycles Default Cycle P1 Pots Pans Machine Clean This cycle is for cleaning the inside of the appliance Use the cycle without dishes in the appliance It eliminates residual soils odo...

Page 27: ... option for better drying performance This option adds Extra Drying time to the cycle and raises the heating rinse temperature When the rinse aid is empty the Extra Dry option is selected automatically the door Delay Start The Delay Start feature delays the start of a selected cycle Each time the Delay Start button is pressed the delay time increases by an hour The delay time can be set from 1 to ...

Page 28: ...gnaLight shows the status of the appliance whether it has encountered any problems whether it is operating normally or whether it is ready to wash dishes Depending on the model the lamp may be located either on the front of the appliance or the top of the door Red left The red lamp flashes when the appliance encounters an error For more information about the error see the Error Code part of the TR...

Page 29: ...ne Clean 50 C 70 C Running time may vary according to the water temperature ambient temperature water pressure and voltage When the Auto Open Dry AOD feature is activated the heating rinse temperature will be changed as 62 C Available Options Programme Options Dual Zone Half Load Energy Saver Steam High Temp Extra Dry Delay Start Auto Intensive Delicate Refresh Eco Turbo Express Rinse Machine Clea...

Page 30: ...place settings Comparability course Eco Energy Saver Rinse Aid setting L4 Reference cleaner 27 5 g of detergent onto the inside surface of the door and 5 g of detergent into the dispenser Height adjustable Rack U position middle Auto Open Dry AOD setting On Cutlery Basket Upper Rack Glasses Cups Saucers Lower Rack Dinner plates Soup plates Dessert plates a b c d e f ...

Page 31: ... g of detergent onto the inside surface of the door and 5 g of detergent into the dispenser Door is opened at the end of the drying cycle for the drying performance test Door position Open 50 mm Height adjustable Rack U position uppermost Cutlery Basket Upper Rack Glasses Cups Saucers Dessert plates Lower Rack Dessert plates Dinner plates Soup plates a b c d d e f ...

Page 32: ... loading Always rinse off plates when loading if they are not to be washed immediately Items with burnt on food should be soaked prior to loading in the appliance Deep based items should be placed upside down Plastic items will not dry well compared to other items Make sure that all items do not touch each other For Model without Cutlery Rack For Model with Cutlery Rack ...

Page 33: ...n the appliance as the handles may deteriorate due to the heat and detergent Water proof or long lasting lipstick smudges on glasses may not be removed during the wash Loading the Lower Rack Daily Use Load The lower rack is suitable for dinner plates soup bowls dishes pots pans lids and even a grill tray Plates should be positioned upright and facing the centre of the rack and pots pans and large ...

Page 34: ... safe plastic items Cups glasses and bowls must be positioned upside down Plates should be positioned upwards with the plate The cup racks provide support for long steam glasses The left side row of tines can be folded down or the cup racks can be folded up out of the way for tall crockery items CAUTION Do not obstruct the rotation of the spray arms ...

Page 35: ...place cup rack Height Adjustable Upper Rack The height of the upper rack can be adjusted when you load glasses with long stems or tall crockery items There are three available positions for adjusting the height of the upper rack to create more space 1 2 3 2 3 1 Lowering the Rack Hold the rack at the centre of each side to support its weight Then push the button on each side to release the rack and...

Page 36: ...o position To set the rack to the middle position it may be easier to lower the rack all the way down and then raise each side of the rack individually until it clicks into place There is a 56 mm gain in height when the upper rack is moved to the lower position After adjusting the rack levels check that the spray arms are free to rotate With the lower position of the upper rack check if the bottom...

Page 37: ...tlery basket place them with the pointed edges facing downwards CAUTION Do not obstruct the rotation of the spray arms The cutlery shouldn t be longer than 18 cm Max 18cm Loading the Cutlery Rack On Some Models The cutlery rack is best suited for flatware and most cooking or serving utensils It can also fit small prep bowls and lids The separators on the cutlery rack help keep utensils separated t...

Page 38: ... the rails WARNING Be careful when loading and unloading items with sharp edges Load sharp knives with the blade down to reduce the risk of injury Adding Cleaning Agents Adding Detergent to the Dispenser Remove the label on the dispenser prior to running the appliance for the first time The amount of detergent needed depends on the cycle load size and soil level of dishes Put detergent into the de...

Page 39: ...appliance door Use of an unsuitable detergent and rinse aid may result in a risk of damage corrosion poor washing performance poor drying or leakage Only use the detergent and rinse aid that has been qualified with standard Use of an unqualified detergent and rinse aid may present a risk of damage corrosion poor washing performance poor drying and leakage NOTE Too much detergent can leave a film o...

Page 40: ...washed When the Salt refill icon illuminates it means the salt is almost empty If necessary refill the salt chamber CAUTION Do not add detergent or any other solution into the water softener housing other than dishwasher salt Doing so will cause the water softening system to malfunction Drying Plastic items may cause poor drying performance compared to other items To assist drying we recommend tha...

Page 41: ...network connection If the appliance is having trouble connecting to the Wi Fi network it may be too far from the router Purchase a Wi Fi repeater range extender to improve the Wi Fi signal strength The Wi Fi connection may not connect or may be interrupted because of the home network environment The network connection may not work properly depending on the Internet service provider The surrounding...

Page 42: ...Once cycle download is completed in the appliance the appliance keeps the downloaded cycle untill a new cycle is downloaded Machine Clean Reminder This function shows how many cycles remain before it is time to run the Machine Clean cycle Smart Diagnosis This function provides useful information for diagnosing and solving issues with the appliance based on the pattern of use Settings Set the Rinse...

Page 43: ...to opensource lge com This offer is valid for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information Using Smart Diagnosis Smart Diagnosis Through the Customer Information Centre Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis by an LG Electronics customer information centre when the appliance malfunctions or fails Use this ...

Page 44: ...e if you use the home phone If the Smart Diagnosis data transfer is poor due to poor call quality you may not receive the best Smart Diagnosis service Smart Diagnosis Using a Smart Phone For appliances with the or logo Use this function if you need an accurate diagnosis by an LG Electronics customer information centre when the appliance malfunctions or fails Smart Diagnosis can not be activated un...

Page 45: ... a soft cloth If the appliance has a stainless steel exterior use a stainless steel cleaner CAUTION If cooking oil is spilled on the exterior of the product wipe it off immediately Do not clean the exterior of the product with cleaners which contain alcohol thinners bleach benzene flammable liquids or abrasives These substances may discolor or damage the appliance Cleaning the Interior Clean the i...

Page 46: ...ou will be absent for an extended period of time during colder months and there is a possibility of freezing temperatures winterize the water supply lines and the appliance itself Winterization must be performed by qualified service personnel Cleaning the Filters 1 Remove the lower rack and position the bottom spray arm so a wider vee is open to the front 2 Turn the inner filter counter clockwise ...

Page 47: ...firmly until it clicks Cleaning the Spray Arms If the spray arm holes are blocked by any food residue dishes may not be cleaned well due to improper water spray It is recommended that the spray arms be cleaned once every two weeks Cleaning the Lower Spray Arm 1 Make sure that the water jet holes are not blocked by food particles 2 If any food residue blocks the spray arm holes remove it with a pin...

Page 48: ...rclockwise and pulling down 3 Remove food particles by rinsing or shaking the spray arm 4 If any food residue blocks the spray arm holes remove it with a pin or any sharp tool 5 After removing the food residue clean the spray arms holes under running water 6 After cleaning the upper spray arm press it up into place Turn the nut 1 8 turn clockwise to make sure that the nut locks back into place 7 A...

Page 49: ...ot use any mechanical device to tighten the hose A soft cloth can be used to assist hand tightening NOTE A filter is fitted into the inlet of the water supply hose connection If insufficient water flows into the appliance check that the filter is not blocked If there is a leak the water supply hose will need to be checked for proper connection Never over tighten the water supply valve or use mecha...

Page 50: ...r is opened during or right after a cycle has completed The contents of the appliance are hot and care should be used when placing your hands inside the appliance Close the door until the appliance and dishes have cooled down The beeping will stop if the door is closed or the interior temperature has cooled Water remains in sump after completion of cycle Drain hose is kinked or clogged Adjust hose...

Page 51: ...ay cause water leak Check the connecting part of drainage hose If the power is off a water leak may be caused by a poor connection to the tap Check the connection water supply hose Cloudiness on glassware Combination of excessive detergent and hard water Use less detergent and use a rinse aid to minimize the problem Check the setting of softening system Black or gray marks on dishes Aluminum items...

Page 52: ...n the water softener Water hardness level may be set too low Increase the hardness level setting value The rinse aid may be insufficient Refill the rinse aid or increase the dispensing level Hard water buildup in the tub Remove all dishes cutlery basket and cutlery basket holder from appliance Only racks should remain in tub For best results use citric acid powder can be found in canning sections ...

Page 53: ... the upper rack Vinegar is an acid and with constant use it could damage your appliance Food soil remains on dishes Improper cycle selection Select correct cycle based on soil level and type of dishware being washed Water temperature is too low Check water supply connection or water heater setting Dishwashing detergent was not used Use recommended detergent Low inlet water pressure Water pressure ...

Page 54: ...ance and smartphone is not connected to the Wi Fi network The password for the Wi Fi that you are trying to connect to is incorrect Find the Wi Fi network connected to your smartphone and remove it then register your appliance on LG SmartThinQ Mobile data for your smartphone is turned on Turn off the Mobile data of your smartphone and register the appliance using the Wi Fi network The wireless net...

Page 55: ... as liquid dish soap Do not use hand dishwashing liquids Only use detergents which are designed for use in automatic dishwashers To remove detergent residue in the tub pour approximately 100 200 mℓ of milk into a shallow bowl place it to the upper rack and then run the appliance on the Auto cycle Failure to level appliance Make sure that the appliance is properly leveled Excessive Water supplied C...

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